SEMICON Southeast Asia 2026 wrapped up its three-day event at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre in Kuala Lumpur, underscoring the region’s growing influence in the global semiconductor industry. The event, themed “Transform Tomorrow,” attracted nearly 20,000 attendees from 57 countries, featuring over 700 exhibitors and 105 speakers.
The conference focused on key areas such as intelligent manufacturing, sustainability, talent development, and supply chain resilience. Ajit Manocha, President and CEO of SEMI, emphasised the importance of collaboration in scaling the industry sustainably: “SEMI’s role is to connect the global semiconductor ecosystem and help translate alignment into action.”
A highlight was the Intelligent Manufacturing Showcase, powered by Sandisk and SEMI, which demonstrated the transformative impact of digital technologies on semiconductor production. Boon Soo Lim, VP and GM of SDSM Operations at Sandisk, noted, “Intelligent manufacturing is no longer a future concept as it is already shaping how semiconductor fabs operate today.”
The event also aligned with Malaysia’s National Semiconductor Strategy, aiming to attract over RM 500b in investments. SEMICON Southeast Asia will return to Kuala Lumpur from 25-27 May 2027, continuing its mission to foster industry collaboration and innovation.
